3D Printer Interactive Buying Guide

Which 3D printer should you buy? With so many choices it can be very confusing, particularly for those new to 3D printing. This buying guide will narrow your selection by asking you a series of short questions.

How to use the guide: Simply click on the most appropriate answer to the lifestyle questions and the list below will automatically filter down to include the most appropriate machines for you to consider.

Caution: Today's 3D printers are not magic; they cannot do everything. If you select too many constraints you'll find no machine meets your criteria.

Manufacturers: If you'd like to add or update a device to our list, please give us a shout.

My budget for a 3D printer purchase is up to USD 2,000I could spend more than USD 2,000 for a 3D printer

I'm very handy with tools and have a lot of spare timeI don't like building machines or don't have time

I want to make strong parts for use in machinesMy prints will mostly be decorative

I must be able to print complex objects or multiple colorsMultiple colors and highly complex parts are not critical

I must be able to print large objects 160mm+ per sideMost of my prints will be less than 160mm per side

I must be able to print tall objects >400mmTall prints are not very important to me

I intend on printing a lot and need to use inexpensive materialsI won't print often and can afford more expensive materials

I like to promote eco-friendly practicesEco-friendly is not my primary concern

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